The social phobia substitute will not dream of the band girl

If it were someone else, it would be 100% a metaphor. But for someone like you whose fighting power is beyond the imagination of ordinary people, even if you demolished a street with your bare hands one day, people would just think, "You actually did it."

"The current shopping streets need to change... Specifically, some of the old things need to be abandoned and newer and more advanced models need to be tried."

"...like that street over there?"

"Yes, just like the street in front of my house."

Oh? So Hiranobu's house is in that direction... No, now wasn't the time to be thinking about that. When it came to matters concerning the entire shopping district, Hayase Yuuka couldn't let her personal feelings get in the way. She was thinking hard, and Hiranobu secretly approved of her actions.

After thinking for a few minutes, Yuuka asked, "I know you're a stickler for promises, and I believe in your character and 'power'. But...how do you intend to change the shopping district? Relying solely on your 'little brothers' seems..."

It can't really be a change (in physics), right?

Is this a little monster from out of nowhere? Is it going to tear down all of Tokyo next time?!

"If you need a little 'proof'... the changes to that shopping street over there were led by me. Is that enough?"

"!"

"Honestly, I didn't intend to disrupt other places to the point of collapse. It's just that some simple 'trick' seems to have had an effect I hadn't fully anticipated. It just so happens that since the summer festival, there's been a lot more traffic there, and it's even a bit crowded, so having a place to help share the burden and complement it is perfect.

If you solve the problem here, you won’t have to worry about it all the time and can do something else, right? "

"..."

Whether it was in the rumors, in previous encounters, or even today, Ping Xin always said something surprising and did something that others could not imagine or do.

In an instant, Hayase Yuuka seemed to have found all the "numbers" and "formulas", and quickly calculated the "solution (answer)" of the problem in her mind.

"The reason you've been coming to the shopping street so often this week is to investigate the situation here and find out what's wrong?"

"Sodayo~"

She was touched by this answer but couldn't help feeling a little disappointed. However, the sense of "responsibility" she imposed on herself made her ask further questions, and made her put aside her own feelings and think about "everyone's" problems.

"...Even if you have experience, times are different now. And the same methods may not be effective—"

"Who says I'm going to use the same approach? ... The idea is the same: identifying the market, the needs, and finding your niche. Just like most problems, these three simple tricks can solve them all... Leave it to me."

"...I'm sorry, but I still can't trust you. No matter how strong you are, you're just one person. How can I selfishly put the future of the shopping district in your hands? Besides—"

What's more...that's not the "future" you should bear.

Future... responsibility. When these two neutral words come together, it doesn't always mean anything good. Sometimes they become a net that slowly descends from the sky, a web of fate that binds and squeezes insignificant insects like us, leaving only a fragile shell...

"Hehe... you never thought I'd get everyone's consent a long time ago!"

Following Heishin's words, the people in the shopping street appeared in surprise. For Yuka, it was really a surprise and joy.

"Yuuka-chan, after talking to Pingxin-kun, I realized that you've been worrying about all of us. I'm so sorry!"

"Yes, yes. If it weren't for Xiao Ping Xin's words, I'm afraid we wouldn't realize that the responsibility has been placed on the next generation."

"I'm sorry, Yuuka-chan. All this time, we've unconsciously placed the responsibilities we should bear and the things we should do on the 'future'... and shamelessly handed them over to you."

"That's not the case!... I just wanted to contribute to the shopping district and everyone else, that's all. I did this voluntarily!"

The more "sensible" they were, the more touched the adults were... and heartbroken. Because they were so sensible, they let Yuuka help them share their burdens, bearing unnecessary pressure for them, which cost her the chance to make friends with her peers, and even her boyfriend was turned into an NTR...

Well, the last one was discovered by someone in the shopping street one day when they were walking down the pedestrian street. When exactly was that? (Play dumb)

"Yuuka, as for your last worry, let me dispel it--!"

"W-what?"

Could it be that Ping Xin is finally going to use his ultimate move?

"..."

It's a pity there weren't any special effects or moves to speak of. He simply pulled something out of his trouser pocket and handed it over like a corporate slave handing out a business card when meeting someone for the first time...

"Isn't this a business card!?"

Whether you're lying down or standing, this little rectangular piece of paper has a surprisingly good texture. Although it's plain, it gives you a sense of unique meaning...

Isn’t this still a business card!?

But when it comes to solving such a big problem, what can a small business card do?

Just believing in Ping Xin, Yuxiang went to see, and then she saw it.

“…Hengxin Group?…Ehhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!?”

After seeing the Hiraishin no Riki and the Secret Adult Card, there was no longer any suspense about this matter.

Starting next week, there will probably be a new acquaintance in the Shengxiang High School Student Union Office~

Chapter 28 Yuka's Hand

"Calligraphy Club, Tea Ceremony Club, Literature Club..."

"stare--"

"Flower Arranging Club, News Club, Light Music Club..."

"stare--"

"Chess Club, Astronomy Club... that... President?"

"...What do you want me to do?"

"You seem to be paying close attention. Is there something wrong with the calculations I made?"

After using the power of the Adult Card to resolve Hayase Yuuka's troubles last weekend, Hiraishin once again invited her to join the student council. With the overwhelming support of the people in the shopping district and her parents, she reluctantly joined.

With the help of the accountant (crossed out)... accountant Hayase Yuuka, Hirayoshi assigned the task of settling old accounts to her, while he himself handled the physical work of liquidation. As the saying goes, "a man and a woman working together makes the work easier." With a capable assistant, the task progressed steadily, which gave Hirayoshi some free time to just sit here and stare blankly...

Are you really in a daze?

"No, it's fine. Also... instead of 'President', you should call me 'Ping Xin', right?"

Pingxin stretched backwards. This was the first time he stayed in school after school since Karin's tutoring, but it might not be the last time.

Even lovers can't spend every moment together. Giving each other space and a sense of mystery is key to maintaining mutual interest. With this in mind, Asuna and the other three had already left early, perhaps to go shopping or spend some time somewhere. They were like normal JKs, doing things appropriate for their age, not caged birds satisfying their own desires.

So, right now, Hiranobu and Yuuka were the only ones in the student council room. In other words... alone.

After joining the student union as an accountant, Yuuka quickly adapted to her role. For example, if it were before, she would have had wild thoughts and a trembling heart, but now she is just a cold-blooded calculator.

"But wouldn't that be... impolite?"

In the Asian cultural sphere, influenced by the ancient Yan Kingdom, each country places special emphasis on the division of superiors and subordinates and the corresponding etiquette. The East Kingdom is the epitome of this, with a strict hierarchy even more stringent than that of today's Yan Kingdom, which is why Yuka is so worried.

Because even if Pingxin doesn't care, there may be other people who will come forward to "step forward."

"I won't, and neither will my true supporters and those who understand me... because I believe that true respect isn't expressed with words, but with actions and gestures that come from the heart."

"Isn't true respect based on honorifics... That's amazing, it's just like a teacher!"

"Haha, maybe this is also my 'professional habit'..."

"We're the same age, but you can say things like that. No wonder everyone wants to rely on you..."

Hearing Yuka's praise, Ping Xin was still thinking about what kind of pose he should quietly strike to make people feel both noble and low-key and introverted with depth. However, the emperor's attempt to show off failed and he died halfway. For some reason, the gazes conveyed from her also changed from admiration to suspicion.

"...Do you need my help with work?"

"Ah, no need... You really are trying to cover up what happened earlier, aren't you, Mr. Hirashin?"

"..."

exposed!

Had his usual trifecta of diverting the conversation, provoking reflections, and swishing attention to fashion failed? No, perhaps when it's called "invincible," it's doomed to fail... It's just that few people can see through Hirashin's seemingly imposing image and exploit its flaws. Just who is Hayase Yuuka, whom I've only known for less than a month...?

"Really, there's nothing good about me. If you really have so much free time, don't just look at me!" Hayase Yuuka said fiercely. For some reason, she always wanted to maintain her "dignity" in front of Hirashin.

In the end, Ping Xin could only attribute the incident to that mysterious intimacy. It couldn't really be some kind of good woman radar, could it? At least it couldn't be some kind of mother radar, right?

After all, he is not the commander-in-chief!

*Although he is also a big leader

Ping Xin raised his hand and gave a French military salute, and the matter came to an end.

Soon after, the little black cat Sheriff leaped in from the window and landed on his shoulder, bringing a bit of fun to this boring overtime. Seeing her dirty paws, Ping Xin rubbed her round head a little harder. Although she remained motionless, letting Ping Xin pat her head and wipe her feet, her tail was twitching slightly. Judging by her narrowed eyes, she was probably in a good mood.

Today is September 9nd, the temperature is gradually dropping, and it has been 22 days since Hayase Yuuka officially joined the student council.

In order to prove her ability as quickly as possible and repay Pingxin's trust and investment, she even wanted to take the account books home to continue sorting out the data, except for the short time during lunch break and before closing time after returning to school. In the end, she was rejected by Pingxin because she could not take these account books out of school.

After all, he wasn't a real vampire. Others might be happy to have an employee who exploited them, but Hirayuka would be worried, even if they didn't know each other, let alone when that person was Hayase Yuuka.

After school, she worked overtime for five days, so Hirayuka spent all five days with her. After all, the child was merciless in exploiting her, but if she "dragged" Hirayuka, she would feel guilty and let her off. It can only be said that the "mutual supervision" proposed by Hirayuka is indeed a very convenient system, which can not only curb corruption but also have such an effect.

Just waiting was boring, even if it was part of Yuuka's training. Even playing with the cat, Hirayuka was still yawning with boredom, a reminder of how ungrateful one really is. So, naturally, he continued observing the second person in the room, Yuuka, just as he had been doing before.

"..."

"......that--"

"what happened?"

"My hand...what's wrong?"

In the end, it was discovered that Ping Xin had been secretly looking at her hand.

However, Yuuka, the "victim" of the crime, is even more nervous and embarrassed than the criminal Hirayukobu, as if she is the one who did something wrong. Even in the warm light of the setting sun, her face is slightly red. Although she is not a very emotional person, she always has irrational thoughts in front of Hirayukobu.

"No, nothing. Just curious..."

"...curious?"

Hayase Yuuka raised her hand, and her five fingers in black gloves opened and closed in the ambiguous light, repeating the blooming and withering of flowers. Heishin's pupils also slightly dilated and contracted with this normal behavior, and he swallowed subconsciously.

"...Ping Xin?"

"...No, nothing...I'm just curious—why are you wearing gloves? It's not even autumn yet."

Although we have already entered autumn, this year's typhoon has not yet arrived and the temperature has not dropped sharply, giving people the feeling that it is "a summer that is not summer."

"It's mainly to prevent sweaty hands from affecting writing, smudging documents, or something else... But that can't be the real reason you're staring at it, right? After all, such a simple thing would be obvious to you."

"...You're over-praised. Even I'm not an all-knowing s——"

"Old (Sen)~Master (sei)~?"

I was interrupted in the middle of my conversation. Although this made us seem more familiar and friendly, just like my sister's behavior when she was little, sudden "growth" can also make people sad.

Knowing that he couldn't lie to Yuuka easily, Pingxin had no choice but to sacrifice his own plan to save his own.

"Since I'm sweating, the smell inside—"

Using his best tricks, Ping Xin successfully got away with it, but the price was...

"...Old (Sen) - Teacher (sei) -!!!"

Yuka, angry (shy)!

Chapter 29 Cat & Girl

"..."

After Hayase Yuuka blushed and ran off, Hirayuko finally had time to think about things, like why he'd been so fixated on women's hands lately. If it was due to awakening new XP, there wasn't a reason for it. It was more like some kind of internal change...

But he is not at the stage where he needs to understand his true mind and reach the state of complete comprehension, right?

Anyway, it's just weird... This is one of the reasons why he's been deliberately distancing himself from Asuna and the others recently. He needs to find the source of the inexplicable changes in himself, otherwise he won't be able to rest easy. After all, his stand is a high-quality replica of the world, not a high-quality replica of Killer Queen, right?

But speaking of stand-ins...isn't this guy a little chubbier lately?

The appearance of the summoned stand "World" is indeed different from the original, but it is reasonable to say that it has changed because of the change of the master... In addition, his "motivation" seems to be not as good as before. Although he still obeys his orders, Pingxin can feel that he is somewhat passive.

Could it be that the Stand is also preparing for hibernation?!

“When people have clear goals, firm beliefs, and clear thinking, they can find the fastest and best shortcuts. But if they are unclear, unsteady, and unclear, they are likely to lose their way and even go astray…”

Well, although it sounds very lofty, the fact is——